Come and view Kinneil House, see a Roman encampment, and enjoy family activities, crafts and games this Saturday, 23 September.
Historic Scotland, supported by volunteers from the Friends of Kinneil, are opening the house for free from 10am-4pm (closed for lunch 12-1pm), in support of the national ‘Doors Open Day‘ scheme.
For this date only, there is no need to book and no formal indoor tours, just turn up and wander inside. Visitors will be able to see the renowned 16th/17th-Century painted rooms and to discover some of the other history of the site. On the top floor of the house will be a free exhibition from the Rediscovering the Antonine Wall project, showcasing Roman artefacts and games.
Outside the house will be a return of the ever-popular Roman encampment starring the Antonine Guard re-enactment group, plus additional craft activities inside adjacent Kinneil Museum (free).
One of the volunteer guides from the Friends of Kinneil will also offer a free guided outdoor history walk at 12 noon: no need to book, just turn up – meet outside Kinneil Museum (also open free). The walk will last just under an hour – come and hear some of the other stories, and see some of the other historic features (including the course of the Antonine Wall), of Kinneil Estate.
Note: There will be limited parking – please walk into the estate if possible. All ages welcome.
For more details, visit Historic Scotland’s event page and/or check Historic Scotland/Friends of Kinneil social media for updates.
In Kinneil Estate’s walled garden, Sustainable Thinking Scotland will also be running a free ‘Bountiful Bo’ness’ autumn harvest event from 1-4pm on Saturday afternoon – including a community meal, market stalls, games, activities and music. For more details, visit their Facebook page.
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